This safety announcement raises awareness of pump failures, dosing errors, and other potential safety issues associated with implanted pumps. Recommendations to enhance safety include review of medication labeling to select appropriate medicines and concentrations as well as open discussions with patients about risks associated with pump and medication options.

Press Release/Announcement

This U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory alerts clinicians and consumers to potential mistakes in prescriptions purchased abroad. The advisory includes a table of medications known to contain different active ingredients when purchased outside the United States.